Orange glazed acorn squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or even dessert. The combination of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors makes it a favorite among both adults and children. With its vibrant orange hue, it also adds a pop of color to any dinner table. Whether you're looking for a healthy and easy recipe for a weeknight meal or a special dish for a holiday gathering, orange glazed acorn squash is sure to impress.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
ORANGE-GLAZED GRILLED ACORN SQUASH
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush the cut side of each acorn squash with the butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place squash, cut-side down, on a baking sheet and bake until almost tender, about 30 minutes.
- While the squash is baking, combine the orange juice, brown sugar, allspice, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Cook over high heat until reduced to 1 cup, stirring often.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high. Place the squash, cut side up, on the grill, and brush with the orange glaze. Cook for 5 minutes, turn over with tongs, and grill for 5 more minutes, or until tender and glaze is caramelized. Remove from the grill and brush with more of the glaze. Serve warm.
ORANGE-GLAZED ACORN SQUASH
This recipe is from TASTE OF HOME. It is very easy to make and is so very tasty. The orange, lemon zest and spices give it a wonderful flavor. I added some spices and lemon zest to enhance the flavor.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut squash in half lenghtwise; remove seeds and discard.
- Place squash cut side down in a 13" x 9" oven-proof casserole dish.
- Add hot water until there is about 1/2" of water in the casserole dish.
- Bake, uncovered in preheated 350 F oven for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in sugar, orange juice concentrate, nutmeg, cinnamon, orange zest, lemon zest, salt and pepper and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 20 minutes or until just syrupy, stirring often, DO NOT BURN.
- Drain water from casserole dish and turn squash cut side up.
- Measure 4 tablespoons of orange glaze into each squash half.
- Drizzle some orange glaze on edges of squash.
- Return to oven and bake in preheated 350 F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until squash is tender.
- If desired, serve with additional glaze.
ORANGE-GLAZED ACORN SQUASH
I found this recipe in 2005 Taste of Home Annual Recipes. It was submitted by J Maynihan from Lakeville, MInn. Easy recipe that is very flavorful. There is a similar Taste of Home recipe posted on this site, but this recipe is slightly different.
Provided by Ms. Poppy
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut-side down in a 15-in x 10-in x 1-in baking pan; add 1/3 in of hot water. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until syrupy, stirring occasionally.
- Drain water from baking pan; turn squash cut side up. Pour about 2 T. orange glaze into each squash half. bake 25-30 minutes longer or until squash is tender.
Tips:
- Choose the right squash: Look for acorn squash that are small to medium in size, with deep green skin and no blemishes.
- Prepare the squash properly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash until tender: Place the squash cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Make the orange glaze: While the squash is roasting, make the orange glaze by combining orange juice, honey, butter, and spices in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened.
- Glaze the squash: Once the squash is roasted, brush the orange glaze over the cut sides. Return the squash to the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and browned.
- Serve immediately: Serve the glazed acorn squash warm, as a side dish or main course.
Conclusion:
Orange glazed acorn squash is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for fall. The squash is roasted until tender and then glazed with a sweet and tangy orange glaze. The result is a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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